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State environmental regulators say residents who live near the Delaware City Refinery in New Castle County are safe, despite ongoing releases of sulfur dioxide.

The refinery, owned by PBF Energy, began emitting the toxic gas above permitted levels after its pollution control equipment failed at the end of May.

At high levels, the chemical can cause breathing difficulties , particularly for people with respiratory problems. At extremely high levels, it can be life-threatening.

During a town hall meeting Thursday evening, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control officials said air quality monitoring tools indicate there’s no public health threat.

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